India’s first solar decade was about speed and volume. The next will be about intelligence and performance. High-efficiency modules, bifacial panels, agrivoltaic systems, advanced power electronics, and integrated battery storage are no longer emerging technologies — they are the infrastructure of Solar 2.0.

By applying advanced machine learning and data analytics, AI can improve energy efficiency, strengthen grid resilience, and enable more intelligent and effective resource utilisation. Strategies for energy efficiency and innovations in smart grids powered by AI could generate up to $1.3 trillion in economic value by 2030.

Uttar Pradesh has now surpassed 5 GW of installed solar capacity, marking an impressive increase of 1,150% from 400 MW in 2017.

Amit Ashok Paithankar has stepped down as whole-time director and CEO of Waaree Energies with effect from March 20, 2026, earlier than the previously indicated date of May 15, 2026. Jignesh Devchandbhai Rathod has assumed the role with immmediate effect.

Sameer Nagpal will lead Vikram Solar through its next phase of growth as it advances its strategic roadmap to deepen backward integration, scale manufacturing capacity, and strengthen its position in the global renewable energy market.

KPI Green Energy has commissioned an additional 376 MWp of renewable energy capacity, bringing its operational capacity to 965 MWp out of a total 2.17 GWp independent power producer (IPP) portfolio.

The Nexis solution combines a flexibly configurable hybrid inverter with a modular high-voltage battery offering up to 14 kW charging capacity per stack. The inverter delivers 8–20 kW AC power, supports up to 200% DC oversizing, and features IP65-rated design with integrated backup power.

Researchers at the German institute found that some widely used PV cleaning agents can damage anti reflective glass coatings, significantly reducing solar module efficiency. Their tests showed that while some cleaners are safe, others cause visible and permanent coating degradation, highlighting the need for careful selection of cleaning products to avoid long term performance loss.

German engineering firm BEC Energie Consult has developed a substructure for low-mounted agrivoltaics designed to provide cost-efficient installation while supporting crop growth and livestock management, with the potential to enhance economic viability.

The solar power supply is expected to offset 80% of conventional grid electricity consumption at Jakson’s corporate office and up to 40% at its manufacturing facility.

LMU researchers have developed a dual molecular reinforcement strategy for perovskite solar cells that strengthens grain boundaries, improving both durability and performance.

Godrej Enterprises Group has reported a project pipeline of INR 2,600 crore for its Energy Solutions business at the close of FY26, spanning transmission infrastructure, railway electrification and renewable energy projects. Supported by rising investments in power infrastructure and clean energy, the business expects to grow by around 15% by FY27.

A rapid increase in capacity addition of renewable energy, especially solar, has heightened the risk of evacuation for surplus power, especially during daytime. This is driving curtailment for projects especially with temporary general network access (TGNA), which faced 80% of the total curtailment in India between April and December 2025.

Advait Greenergy, an arm of Advait Energy Transitions Ltd, has signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with industry and academic partners across the hydrogen and renewable energy ecosystem in India.

The AI revolution has given us the ability to create predictive analyses, autonomy, and resilience in our energy systems. This will allow for the transformation of decentralized and disconnected energy systems into a single integrated network providing flexible, adaptive solutions.

Waaree Energies Ltd has approved a capital expenditure of INR 3,900 crore for setting up a solar glass manufacturing facility with a capacity of 2,500 tonnes per day (tpd).

TDK Corp., a Japanese multinational electronics company, has proposed an investment of INR 4,000 crore in Haryana to set up a battery energy storage unit. A delegation from the company met Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini to discuss the proposed investment.

Ahmedabad-based Solarium Green Energy Ltd has secured purchase orders worth INR 22.5 crore to supply TOPCon bifacial solar modules for multiple projects in India.

A Japanese joint-pilot will test grid-scale BESS with a range of local and remote attack vectors, with cybersecurity monitoring to watch for indications of anomalies.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

ACME Solar Holdings Ltd (ACME Solar), through its various subsidiaries, has commissioned additional 155 MW/470.25 MWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the Indian state of Rajasthan. With this addition, the company’s total commissioned BESS capacity reaches 297.67 MW/951.74 MWh, out of the total planned BESS capacity of 835 MW/3,114.64 MWh through these special-purpose vehicles.

A new whitepaper projects India’s cumulative installed battery energy storage capacity to soar to 346 GWh by 2033, from currently less than 1 GWh. The report says the market is witnessing explosive growth, with a record 92 GWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in the pipeline now.

Sorigin RE Services has secured its first standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Rajasthan, featuring a capacity of 250 MW/500 MWh.

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are increasingly used in uninterruptible power supply (UPS) applications for data centers and to speed grid connections, offering services beyond what gas turbines can provide, including emerging approaches such as bring your own capacity (BYOC) and flexible grid connections (FGC).

NTPC Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UK-based Octopus Energy Group to explore collaboration opportunities in advancing clean energy, digital utilities, and customer-centric power solutions across India, the United Kingdom, and other mutually agreed geographies.

Australia has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for hyperscale data centers, ranking among the top five to 10 markets globally by capacity. Drivers include large land availability in Renewable Energy Zones, renewable penetration exceeding 40% across the National Electricity Market (NEM), geopolitical stability, Five Eyes membership, and proximity to Asia-Pacific demand hubs.

As India’s clean energy ambitions scale, investment will increasingly follow regions that can deliver outcomes, not just intent. Gujarat’s experience suggests that long-term renewable growth depends as much on institutional preparedness and grid integration as it does on natural resources.

In a new weekly update for pv magazine, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main price trends in the global PV industry.

Ultra high voltage transmission corridors, including 765kV networks, are increasingly becoming the backbone of this energy transition. These corridors enable bulk power transfer across long distances while maintaining system availability. By consolidating large volumes of electricity onto fewer transmission lines, they also reduce the need for extensive land acquisition and infrastructure duplication, which are often major constraints in transmission expansion.

As India’s renewable ecosystem continues to mature, open access solar is set to become a cornerstone of corporate energy strategy—delivering both financial savings and sustainability gains. Policy clarity, improved transmission infrastructure, and incentives for storage integration will be critical to unlocking the next phase of growth